5021 CEDAR AVENUE, Philadelphia, PA 19143

$490,000 Asking Price

6 beds
3 baths
2,700  sqft
Built in 1925

This is an amazing opportunity to become the next steward of a generous 3 story, 6 br, 2.5 bathroom south facing Victorian Twin in arguably one of the best Philadelphia neighborhoods, Cedar Park! Many of the important and essential improvements have already been completed, making this a chance for you to choose cosmetic finishes that make it shine in your own personal style. Relax and enjoy the radiant heat on the first floor, heating and AC mini splits, on-demand hot water, and a recently repaired and insulated attic. Bathrooms are all recently updated and charmingly renovated. Through the original wooden door and historic tiled vestibule, beautiful and lovingly maintained original millwork and stained glass windows welcome you. A spacious entryway leads into a central foyer. Off to the front through french doors, is a cozy library with built in bookcases and original mantle. A secret half bath has been placed under the stairs, toward the rear there is a spacious living room and dining room as well as a perfectly warm and sweet galley kitchen. Imagine what you could do with a large back yard and a full-sun front garden plot! Upstairs on the second floor there are three bedrooms, two of which are very roomy, a very functional laundry area, and a beautiful full bathroom with clawfoot tub. In the private third floor living area: There are three bedrooms, a luxurious bathroom with deep soaking tub and a central open area that could easily convert into a kitchen. (2nd and 3rd floor front rooms have a massive sunny nook in the turret!) This would be an ideal situation for two families who want to share space or a buyer who is looking for a house with a separate secondary living quarters. Block is delightful with easy street parking and access to Septa: 34, the 42, the 52 and 48 bus as well as Cedar Park and MXP. Property is being sold AS-IS, inspections are welcome but no credits or repairs will be negotiated.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Basement:
Full
A/C:
Ductless/Mini-Split
Heating:
Y, Radiant,Wall Unit, Electric
Disability Feature:
None

Exterior

General:
Above Grade,Below Grade
Style:
Victorian

Construction

General:
Masonry, 3, Stone,Slab

Location

Originating MLS:
BRIGHT_MAIN
School District:
PHILADELPHIA CITY
County:
PHILADELPHIA

Lot

Zoning:
RSA3, 462042600
Current Use:
N50

Utilities

Water:
Public
Sewer:
Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
BRIGHT_MAIN

This listing courtesy of:
Compass Pennsylvania, LLC, Sochi L Lynne

About Philadelphia, PA

Housing

Number of Units
705,993
Median Home Value
$212,331
Median Rent
$993

47.83% of housing units are renter occupied.

9.77% are vacant.

Commute

Car
48.32%
Public Transportation
19.12%
Walk to Work
6.40%
Work from Home
23.29%
Other
1.20%

The median travel time to work is 28 minutes.

People

Population
1,564,304
Median Age
36.10
Median Household Size
2.55

Education

High School
31.51%
Associate’s Degree
5.70%
Bachelor’s Degree
18.90%
Graduate Degree
14.16%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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